What is the cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to bus which costs ₹430 - ₹750 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct bus from Puducherry to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue and arriving at Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The distance between Puducherry and Arunachala is 107 km. The road distance is 104.9 km.

How do I travel from Puducherry to Arunachala without a car?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ₹300 - ₹1,400.

How long does it take to get from Puducherry to Arunachala?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Puducherry to Arunachala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arunachala bus from?

Puducherry to Arunachala bus services, operated by Sri Vaari Travels, depart from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Arunachala train from?

Puducherry to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Pondicherry station.

Train or bus from Puducherry to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Arunachala is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ₹300 - ₹1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹430 - ₹750 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Puducherry to Arunachala bus arrive?

Puducherry to Arunachala bus services, operated by Sri Vaari Travels, arrive at Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai station.

Where does the Puducherry to Arunachala train arrive?

Puducherry to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruvannamalai station.

Can I drive from Puducherry to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Arunachala is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Puducherry to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

There are 447+ hotels available in Arunachala.

Puducherry to Arunachala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puducherry to Arunachala by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Pondicherry to Tiruvannamalaitrain 11006 / ...
1h 42m
₹305–1,312
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2h 19m
₹434–714
Drive 104.9 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Arunachalacar 104.9 km
1h 36m
₹1,021–1,474
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Arunachalataxi 104.9 km
1h 36m
₹1,800–2,200

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Distance: 107.3 km
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Puducherry, India and Arunachala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Pondicherry to Tiruvannamalai 4 times a week. Tickets cost ₹140–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Sri Vaari Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statue to Tiruvannamalai Jains Hyundai hourly, and the journey takes 2h 15m. 13 other operators also service this route.

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